Teresa G. Russo

1924 - 2011 (86)

Teresa G. Russo passed away peacefully after a 20+ yr. battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her husband Sam of 62+ yrs, two brothers, Tom and John Procopio from Rochester, NY and a sister, Matilda Ann Procopio, also from Rochester, NY. Also a godchild/niece from New Hampshire and several other nieces and nephews. Teresa took great pride in her home and garden. She was gourmet cook and enjoyed festive dinner parties. She loved to travel, especially to Southern France, Italy and Sicily. One of her finest attributes was that she was a first class lady in every respect and at all times.

Visitation will be held at the Nickerson Funeral Home Orleans MA on Sunday April 3, from 2PM - 5PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Monday April 4, at 11:00 AM at the St. Joan of Arc Church, Canal Rd., Orleans. Burial will follow at MA National Cemetery, Bourne MA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Teresa's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society.